Landmarks
London is famous for it's iconic landmarks and this section gives a run down of the top landmark attractions, from the delightful London Eye to the regal Buckingham Palace, and the magnificent St Paul's Cathedral. There are so many things to see and do in London, you'll be spoilt for choice.
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Explore the wonders of this awesome fortress, and the stories behind them. Discover for yourself some of the Tower’s sights and stories, whether you’re planning your visit or just wanting to learn more about this iconic palace and its history. The… Read More
Originally the property of the Archbishops of York. The Banqueting House was used to provide entertainment for Charles I, and was later the scene of his execution. After the fire that destroyed Whitehall Palace in 1698, it was used as a chapel until 1890. In 1893 Queen Victoria… Read More
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Since 2000, the giant wheel of the EDF Energy London Eye began carrying its first passengers and has now given 21 million people the best bird's eye view of the capital. On clear days passengers can see over 25 miles in each direction from the wheel's…
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Under the already iconic roof in Greenwich lies a state of the art live music club (indigO2), 11 screen multiplex cinema, exhibition centre (The O2 bubble), an entire street of bars, restaurants and leisure attractions (Entertainment Avenue) and most breathtaking of all - The O2 arena.…
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In 1831 Parliament agreed to construct a building for the National Gallery at Trafalgar Square. The new building finally opened in 1838. The National Gallery Collection today contains over 2,300 works, including many famous works, such as van Eyck’s Arnolfini Portrait, Velázquez’s…
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Originally the property of the Archbishops of York. The Banqueting House was used to provide entertainment for Charles I, and was later the scene of his execution. After the fire that destroyed Whitehall Palace in 1698, it was used as a chapel until 1890. In 1893 Queen Victoria…
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Hampton Court Palace is the story of two palaces: a Tudor palace, magnificently developed by Cardinal Wolsey and later Henry VIII, alongside a baroque palace built by William III and Mary II. It is set in extensive, hugely impressive grounds which include informal, pretty gardens…
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London Transport Museum's collections cover a wide spectrum of materials and media, including vehicles, rolling stock, posters and original artworks, signs, uniforms, photographs, ephemera, maps and engineering drawings. Together, they make up the most comprehensive record of urban mass transit in the world.
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Southbank Centre is positioned in the heart of London’s thriving South Bank and welcomes visitors 364 days a year. Southbank Centre offers a wide-ranging artistic programme including classical & world music, rock & pop, jazz, dance, literature and the visual arts. Every year more…
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Explore the wonders of this awesome fortress, and the stories behind them. Discover for yourself some of the Tower’s sights and stories, whether you’re planning your visit or just wanting to learn more about this iconic palace and its history. The…
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The newly-transformed Kensington Palace is now open following a two-year, £12million refurbishment.
Explore the new gardens, shops, café and terrace as well as four redesigned visitor routes revealing both the secret and public lives of Kensington's inhabitants.
Discover stories from Queen Victoria'…
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In 1631 Samuel Fortrey built Kew Palace, a smart, brick villa beside the Thames. The palace tells the story of George III and his family at rest and at play. Explore the unique second floor of the palace, the bedroom floor – untouched for 200 years. More…
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